the more I learn about the rationale behind autistic fears, the more I try to approach them with curiosity: “Why do I feel this way, and what changes could I make to feel better?” • If the root cause is sensory overload, then I consider ways to muffle sensory input. • If the root cause is information overload, then I make a list of all the relevant facts (“knowns”), to help me identify the gaps (“unknowns”) and turn them into questions. • If the root cause is social expectations, then I try to explain my differences ahead of time. • If the root cause is unpredictability, then I research and
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